Ciber Security Engineer (m/f/d)

We are an international automotive supplier offering body solutions that make tomorrow's mobility safe. With approx. 8,000 employees worldwide, we develop and produce complex metal and hybrid structures for body-in-white and chassis, which make a decisive contribution to the optimum protection of all vehicle occupants in the event of a car accident.

OT & Cybersecurity Specialist (m/w/d)

Tasks

• Co-lead the global OT Security domain within the Digitalization Team, ensuring close alignment with Corporate IT, Maintenance, Engineering, and Production functions
• Coordinate and support NIS2 implementation, including risk assessments, control validation, and audit readiness across all plants; act as key interface between Corporate IT Security, site operations, and external auditors
• Define, harmonize, and maintain global OT security standards, including OT network architecture, firewall segmentation concepts, secure remote access, VPN policies, and identity/access procedures for OT assets
• Evaluate and mitigate cybersecurity risks in OT environments, in close collaboration with Corporate IT Security
• Support the secure integration of machines and systems into the company’s Industrial Data Platform, including connectivity middleware and visualization environments (e.g., Kepware, ThingWorx)
• Provide guidance for global and plant-level rollouts, ensuring compliance with corporate OT security requirements and alignment with connectivity standards
• Prepare, maintain, and manage OT cybersecurity documentation, including network diagrams, asset inventories, access concepts, and audit evidence
• Conduct training and awareness sessions for automation, engineering, and maintenance teams on secure OT operation, incident response, and best practices
• Act as OT-data enablement interface, ensuring that OT data provided for analytics/AI use cases meets security, reliability, and quality requirements.

Profile

• Educational background in automation technology, industrial IT, or electrical engineering, or comparable qualification
• Minimum 3 years of experience in OT/IT integration, industrial networking, or cybersecurity
• Strong knowledge of network architectures (Layer 2/3, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls) and industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Ethernet/IP).
• Familiarity with NIS2, ISO 27001, IEC 62443 or related cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with IoT gateways, SCADA/MES systems, and digital shopfloor solutions
• High analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical issues into actionable measures
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across IT, production, and external partners
• Independent, well-structured, and results-driven working style
• Excellent command of English; German is an advantage

We offer

• For the ideal compatibility of work and private life, we offer the possibility of mobile working as well as a flexible flextime arrangement, with up to 14 additional days possible.
• As an innovative employer, it is natural for us to equip you with the latest technology and give you the opportunity to work remotely.
• Security in old age - we support you through a company pension scheme.
• Healthy nutrition is important, therefore we provide all employees with fresh fruit and vegetables at the workplace.
• Tailored personnel development ensures your professional success.
• There is something for everyone! Through our partners, we ensure a healthy balance (employer-funded supplementary health insurance, gym membership, free swimming at the local indoor pool, vaccinations).
• Being part of it is worth it! Employee benefits through Corporate Benefits. Our own company daycare "KiCoKids" enables the perfect compatibility of work and family.
• Unique! KIRCHHOFF Culture Life: culture and events - with us, it always stays varied.